Have you ever tried to capture the perfect moment — a cat jump, a ball kick, or a child smile — but the photo was blurry or “not at the right moment”? Serial shooting on Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi and POCO) solves this problem by allowing you to take up to 50 frames per second, but not all users know how to set it up correctly or why the feature sometimes malfunctions.
In this article, we will analyze not only the basic settings of serial shooting, but also hidden chips (for example, how to save all frames in high resolution), as well as solve typical problems - from lags to the loss of function after the MIUI update. Separately, we will dwell on the differences between models: what Xiaomi 13 Ultra with Leica optics can do and what is limited by the budget Redmi Note 12.
Where is the serial shooting in the camera Xiaomi
Depending on the MIUI version and the smartphone model, the path to function may vary, and in most cases, serial photography is hidden behind a long tap on the downhill button or in the optional menu.
- 📱 Open the standard Camera app (non-third-party analogues!).
- 🔍 In the top panel, find the icon. ⋯ («More) or swipe left on the screen to open the list of modes.
- 📸 Select Serial Shooting (can be called Burst Mode or Continuous Shooting»).
- 🎯 Point the camera at the object and hold the down button (or the volume button if settings are enabled in the camera settings). → Management).
On some models (such as Xiaomi 12S Ultra), serial shooting is activated automatically when holding the down button in Photo mode. If you have a POCO F5 or newer, look for a separate Pro Mode tab, where you can adjust the number of frames per second (from 10 to 50).
Serial photography may not be available in Portrait, Night or Document modes, and it also turns off when shooting in the film. RAW-format or AI-improvements.
How to set the number of frames and shooting speed
By default, Xiaomi smartphones do about 10 frames per second, but on top models this figure can be increased to 30-50.
- Open the Camera → go to Settings (cog in the upper corner).
- Find the Serial Shootings section (or Burst Settings).
- Choose speed: 🐢 Low (5-10 fps) – for static objects or space saving. 🏃 Medium (15-20 fps) – a universal option for sports or children. ⚡ High (30–50 fps) – only for flagships (Xiaomi 13 Pro, Mix Fold 3).
Save the settings and check the work in real conditions.
On budget models (Redmi 10A, POCO M5), high shooting speeds can lead to freezes or frame skips, in which case, try reducing the resolution of the photo in the camera settings to 12 MP.
Clear the camera cache in Settings → Apps
Shut down. AI-Improvements in camera settings
Make sure that ≥5 GB of memory is free
Charge the phone. ≥30% (Serial shooting consumes the battery quickly)-->
| Xiaomi model | Max. speed (k/s) | Max. serial resolution | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13 Ultra | 50 | 50 MP (down to 12 MP) | Leica Authentic Look support in post-processing |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | 20 | 12 MPs | Lags when shooting in 4K |
| POCO F5 Pro | 30 | 16 MPs | It only works with the main camera. |
| Xiaomi 12 Lite | 10 | 8 MP | No manual speed setting |
Secret chips of serial shooting on Xiaomi
Few people know, but Xiaomi smartphones have hidden opportunities for serial shooting that are not described in the official documentation.
- 🔄 Auto-save the best shot: after shooting, hold your finger on the thumbnail in the gallery - the system will prompt you to choose the best shot and delete the rest automatically.
- 📁 Division by folder: In the camera settings, enable Sorting of serial shots (available on the MIUI 14+), So that the images are grouped into separate albums.
On models with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip (Xiaomi 13, POCO F5), serial shooting supports sound recording — hold down the down button and talk, and then select the best shot with synchronized audio. This feature is hidden in the camera lab: go to Settings → Lab → Burst Mode audio recording.
How to return a serial shooting after the MIUI update
Why is the serial shooting lags or does not work?
The most common problem is hanging out during long shooting or missing frames. Here are the main reasons and solutions:
⚠️ Attention! If the serial shoot refuses to turn on after the phone falls, check the main camera in Pro mode. Perhaps damaged stabilization module, in this case only the service center will help.
- 🤖 Conflict with other apps: Close background programs (especially instant messengers and games) before shooting.
If the problem persists, try rolling back the camera update:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Camera.
- Press. ⋮ → Remove updates.
- Reboot the phone.
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Before an important shot (for example, at an event), turn off mobile Internet and Wi-Fi – this will reduce the background activity of the processor and reduce the risk of lags.
How to process serial photos after shooting
Taking a hundred shots is half the battle, and now you have to pick the best ones and process them. The Xiaomi gallery has built-in tools, but they're limited.
- 🖼️ Selection of the best frames: Open the series in the gallery → press Select. → Swipe your finger across the screen to quickly scroll through the footage. ⋯ → Show only the best - an algorithm MIUI automatically sorts the images by sharpness and exposure.
If you need to combine the frames into one photo (for example, for motion effect), try:
- Install PhotoLayers (Android) or Superimpose X (iOS).
- Import the series of frames as layers.
- Set up transparency for each layer (e.g. 100% for the first frame, 50% for the second, etc.).
- Export the result to PNG with transparency.
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To save time, use cloud services: upload the series to Google Photos, highlight the best shots, and remove the rest directly in the web interface.
Comparison of serial shooting on Xiaomi and other brands
How does Xiaomi compete with Samsung, iPhone or Google Pixel in terms of serial shooting? We ran the test on identical conditions (lighting 5000K, object is a running person):
| Brand/Model | Max. K/s. | Permission | Auto-selecting the best frame | Support for RAW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13 Ultra | 50 | 12 MPs | Yeah (with AI) | No. |
| iPhone 14 Pro | 30 | 12 MPs | Yes (Live Photos) | Yes (ProRAW) |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | 40 | 12 MPs | Yeah (Single Take) | Yes. |
| Google Pixel 7 Pro | 20 | 12 MPs | Yeah (Top Shot) | No. |
Xiaomi leads in speed, but loses in post-processing: Samsung and Google have better auto-selection algorithms, and the iPhone offers integration with Live Photos to create animations, but only Xiaomi allows you to flexibly adjust the speed of shooting manually.
If you are interested in professional shooting (for example, for sports), pay attention to the Xiaomi 13T Pro with support for 14-bit RAW in serial mode - this is a rare feature even among flagships.
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users make mistakes in serial photography.-5 Failures and ways to prevent them:
⚠️ Attention, never use a serial shoot with it on. HDR+ Night mode - this leads to artifacts at the frame junctions and an increase in processing time by 3-5 times.
- 📸 Shooting against light: if the object is illuminated from behind (for example, against the background of a window), the autofocus will "jump" between frames. Solution: turn on Manual Focus in Pro Mode.
- 🤳 Hand twitching: at 30 speed+ K/s the slightest jitter leads to blur. Use Stabilization (in camera settings) or an external tripod.
- 📱 Closing the lens with a finger: on POCO Redmi camera is located close to the edge – check the position of the hand before shooting.
- 🔋 Ignoring charge: Serial photography drains the battery by 10 to 15 percent per minute. Always bring powerbank with you.
- 🗃️ Storage of all frames: don’t copy the entire series on PC – select the best ones right on your phone to save space.
If you are shooting dynamic scenes (such as a football match), set the AF Zone to the center of the screen in advance, which will reduce the number of “mistakes” when switching between objects.